Foundation for Professional Development

Health Economics

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Short course

Course type

30 hrs

Study time

Online

Mode of learning

30 CPD points

30 Ethics
(70% average required)

Course overview

Understanding the economic factors that shape healthcare systems is critical for improving health outcomes and ensuring efficient use of resources. This comprehensive course explores the intersection of public policies, development, and health system organisation, equipping participants with essential tools to analyse and address healthcare challenges.

Participants will delve into topics such as health economics fundamentals, healthcare financing, economic evaluation, and the link between health and socio-economic development. By the end of the course, participants will gain insights into how healthcare is organised and financed, the decision-making processes of healthcare consumers, the prioritisation of treatments and services, and strategies to enhance health system efficiency.

The course is delivered through engaging modular content, assessed via multiple-choice quizzes, and takes approximately 30 hours to complete. Accredited with the HPCSA for 30 CPD points, it is ideal for professionals looking to make informed, impactful contributions to healthcare policy and practice.
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Who is this course for?

South African Healthcare Professionals interested in public health

Required qualification

Healthcare profession qualification

Course level

Intermediate

Develop your professional skills

Why choose this course?

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key concepts and skills, ensuring a deep and thorough understanding of the subject.
  • Expert Developers: Learn from industry leaders and academic experts with years of real-world experience and insight.
  • Flexible Learning Options: Our online courses provide the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.

About the academic institution

Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is a South African Private Institution of Higher Education established in October 1997 by the South African Medical Association and has been registered with the DHET since 2002.

580 000+
Students 

27
Years

110
countries

FPD contact info

  shortprog@foundation.co.za
  +27 87 821 1109

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Course Lessons

  • Certificate included

    Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of completion from the Foundation for Professional Development, a name synonymous with excellence in professional growth.

Course developer 

NextGenU
NextGenU provides open eduational resources for medical and public health graduate training. 
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Student testimonials

FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
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